ASTROX 99 [Discontinued]

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ASTROX 99
ASTROX 99

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Average review score

  • Rating: 9.46 / 10
  • Number of reviews: 59
    • Swing: 9.31
    • Maneuverability: 8.9
    • Control: 9.56
    • Touch：9.56

    Maximum power for sharp continuous smash

    Specifications

    Producer
    YONEX
    Series
    Astrox (ASTROX)
    Model number
    4550086187363
    Grip size
    3U4、3U5、3U6、4U4、4U5、4U6
    Color
    Sunshine orange
    Weight
    3U,4U
    Recommended tension

    4U: 20-28 (lbs) 3U: 21-29 (lbs)

    Frame material
    High elasticity carbon frame + nanometric + tungsten
    Shaft material
    High elastic carbon shaft + Namd, new built-in T-shaped joint
    Frame shape
    isometric

    User Review SummaryAI Summary
    Highly praised for powerful smash shots and control performance, while the head-heavy design's weight and handling difficulty emphasize its positioning as a singles-focused racket for advanced players.
    ■ Frequently mentioned points
    • Smash shots sink easily with smooth consecutive hard hits
    • Head-heavy design provides stable extension on overhead shots
    • Excellent control with stable clears and hairpin drops
    • 4U weight recommended; heaviness is a concern for doubles play
    • Advanced players needed; beginners require extended learning period
    ■ Representative voices
    ▲ PositiveDespite being head-heavy, the Rotational Generator System enables quick maneuverability and excellent shuttle control, producing surprisingly sinking smash shots—truly the best racket.
    ▽ CriticalThe head-heavy design causes arm fatigue during extended use, making it difficult to keep up with the fast rallies typically found in doubles play.

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    • Tori

      Tori （Experience：11-20 years） For singles

      The 3U felt quite head-heavy.
      Personally, I recommend the 4U.
      Overall it's a racket I have no complaints about, but I still don't think it beats the AT900 TECHNIQUE.
      It's probably not suited to beginners.
      I think it should be used by people with strong wrists who are quite confident in their swing.

      2019/11/18
      Overall
      9/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      9
      Control
      10
      Touch
      10
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    • Astro Alien

      Astro Alien （Experience：More than 20 years） Simply the best

      It's very easy to handle, and you can clearly feel that your smashes have more weight behind them. The shuttle hold is really good, so it feels great to use!

      2019/10/04
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      9
      Maneuverability
      8
      Control
      10
      Touch
      10
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    • Racket benkei

      Racket benkei （Experience：6-10 years） Smash!!!!!

      Using it in singles
      →What is this, is that me? My smash is a maglev bullet train!! Feels sooo goood!!
      Mid-game
      →Ugh, my arm is heavy, it feels like it's going to break
      Late game
      →I'm done...
      Using it in doubles
      →I'll finish you off with a smash!!! It's in!!!
      Front court→The head is so heavy, pushes are exhausting

      Even a weakling like me had godlike smashes, if only for a short while

      2019/09/22
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      10
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    • James Bond

      James Bond （Experience：2-3 years） Momota model

      A racket that lets you hit heavy, sharp smashes. The top is very heavy, so it's perfect for singles, but a bit inconvenient for doubles. The flex feels good too.

      2019/09/16
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      8
      Control
      10
      Touch
      10
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    • Badminton-loving person

      Badminton-loving person （Experience：4-5 years） Momota's racket of choice

      Full marks in all four categories: balance, weight, flex, and design. First of all, smashes are very easy to hit, and sharp cuts also felt very easy to hit. The head felt quite heavy. I string it at 30 lbs and use it without any problems. I recommend using it for singles! It's the best racket for singles! For doubles, it felt a little hard to use.

      2019/09/15
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      10
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    • Badminton Player

      Badminton Player （Experience：4-5 years） The shuttle really travels

      The ASTROX 99 is head-heavy for an ASTROX, so I was worried whether someone like me without much muscle could use it, but I hardly felt the weight and it was very easy to use.
      And the shuttle really travels when I hit it! I think this racket is the best overall of all the rackets I've used so far.

      2019/08/16
      Overall
      9/10
      Swing
      8
      Maneuverability
      9
      Control
      9
      Touch
      10
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    • Fold

      Fold （Experience：11-20 years） A good racket after a long time

      Ever since the AT900 series, I'd been struggling to find a racket that suited me. It feels a bit heavy, but shot stability is outstanding. Not only overhead shots but receives are easy too, and it was my first real hit in a long time. I think people who like head-heavy rackets should give it a try.

      2019/08/13
      Overall
      9/10
      Swing
      8
      Maneuverability
      8
      Control
      10
      Touch
      8
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